A knockout misfortune to now ex-champ Cody Garbrandt and choice mishap to Jimmie Rivera puts Almeida at 1-2 in his previous three battles. It's an extreme position heading into UFC 220. However's, Almeida will probably have a fabulous time and act naturally – or as it were, get the knockout.

"This is an essential battle for me to get to the highest point of the division. I must be forceful and search for the knockout constantly. This is my style and how I battle. I will do this on Saturday, without a doubt."